Senior Project Manager, Capital Projects

Beaufort-Jasper Water & Sewer Authority•Bluffton, SC

About The Position

SUMMARY: Under limited supervision, directly manages the related implementation, design, permitting, bidding, and construction activities of BJWSA Capital Improvement projects. This position coordinates activities to ensure projects of varying size, scope, and budget are designed to meet the needs of BJWSA, and are constructed on schedule, within budget, with minimal problems and in accordance with the approved plans, specifications, and standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in environmental, civil or mechanical engineering, or related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in project management.
Strong organizational, managerial, data tracking, and communication skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office platforms.
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Comfortable interacting with all levels of staff and leadership.
Valid driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

Previous supervisory duties are preferred.
South Carolina Professional Engineering License or Project Management Professional preferred.

Responsibilities

Directs and supervises duties of assigned supervisory staff.
Prepares requests for proposals and qualifications, invitations for bid, scopes of work, and cost estimates; recommends consultant and/or contractor selections.
Participates in in Board meetings and the Board’s Capital Projects Committee on an as-needed basis, providing information on project status, change orders, budgetary impacts, and schedule impacts.
Successfully fulfills the following leadership functions: safety, learning and development, employee relations concerns / resolutions, counseling, performance management, promotions, salary administration, ethics, budget preparation/adherence assistance, and disciplinary actions.
Ensures design and construction compliance with local, state, and federal laws and policies, as well as internal policies and procedures.
Monitors adherence to safety and security policies and implements changes when needed.
Assists with the development and implementation of the Authority’s short- and long-range Capital Improvements Program and water and sewer master planning.
Monitors the budgetary and schedule status of capital improvement projects of varying size, scope, and budget.
Coordinates with other Authority departments to prepare standards, procedures, and templates for technical projects.
Ensures that required permits, approvals, codes, regulations, and contract requirements have been received, properly complied with, and recorded for each project.
Assists with the preparation and review of various reports and documents to include pay requests, engineering reports, budget reports, financial reports, Board reports, and construction progress reports.
Assists in the acquisition of land, easements, and rights-of-way required for BJWSA Capital Projects.
Manages special projects as required.
Establishes and maintains effective business relationships with customers, developers, and local municipalities.
Analyze KPIs and other performance data and recommend improvements.
Perform other duties as required.